The Main Event
When the first lockdown was announced on Monday 23rd March 2020, the hospitality and events industries went into hibernation overnight, along with many other services which could no longer operate under the new rules. Not only were in-person events a distant memory, but many of our clients had to pause construction for a few months due to restrictions on building sites, meaning we at Building Relations had to get creative.
Read MoreRiding the Airways
It comes as no surprise that a third of us are listening to more radio compared to before the pandemic, as many of us tuned in during the many months we’ve spent at home. Media consumption has skyrocketed as we crave the social connection that radio brings, offering a trusted source of news, opinion and entertainment. For brands, broadcast media continues to be an extremely valuable way to reach their customers.
Read MoreBR launches new website to reflect a busy year!
It’s been a while in the making but it’s finally here. In fact this job appeared on our to-do list well over a year ago but as we have been so busy looking after clients, like all our own marketing activity, has taken a back seat. However, the moment of truth is finally here. Welcome to the new Building Relations PR website!
Read MoreCity centre living strikes back with homes near our stadiums winning the hearts of fans
With the Euros kicking off summer 2021’s sporting festivities, the property market has responded positively, continuing to thrive off of pent-up demand from buyers looking to score a home near the action and invest in a property close to a stadium.
Read MoreLatest House Price Index highlights the unexpected twists and turns of our property market in a pandemic year
Rightmove has released its latest House Price Index results, showing that for the first time ever the average house price in Britain is now a third of a million pounds. This month saw prices jump up by £5,767, or 1.8%, leaving the average home now valued at £333,564. After an unprecedented year with unpredictable impact, nobody expected a housing boom in the midst of economic turmoil. So, what’s going on?
Read MoreBuilding Relations train to put in a peak performance in Housebuilder challenge
At Building Relations, we are always up for getting stuck in and trying new challenges. This summer the team will be taking this one step further, lacing up their hiking boots and tackling the Housebuilder Challenge: a 34km hike in the Brecon Beacons, attempting 10 peaks in 10 hours with an ascent of 1695m.
Read MoreQueen’s Speech: Menu of planning reforms in bid to boost housing delivery
The Queen’s speech today (11th May) marked the official reopening of the Houses of Parliament and outlined no less than 30 laws that are expected to pass over the next year. She spoke about changes to the planning system that will affect property in England, with an aim to boost housing delivery and help the balance of demand and supply.
Read MoreTHE POWER OF TIKTOK IN THE UK PROPERTY MARKET
Since launching in 2017, TikTok has well and truly taken off and is expected to reach 10 million users in the UK this year. Whilst the majority of users are in the Gen-Z age bracket (24% are aged 15-25 in the UK), those aged 26-45 make up 18% of the platform’s demographic. With such a high number of users at homebuying age, there is a real opportunity for property companies to take control and utilise TikTok for their brand.
Read MoreIt’s All About Al Fresco Dining
Despite this week’s snow and cold weather, many of us will be wrapping up warm ready to brave the trip to the pub tonight. The opportunity for al fresco dining feels like the first step towards relative normality. With limitations on contact with loved ones inside, it really strikes us how crucial that bit of outside space has become.
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